APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. Your cover letter must summarize your related experience. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for May 29.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
CONTRACT RATE
The hourly rate for this position starts at $33.26 per hour, with a top step of $35.27 per hour.
BENEFITS EPOA
In addition to any State mandated benefits, employees also enjoy the following benefits,
•Outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits
•Leave benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days (3.23 hours/week prorated based on hours paid) per calendar year up to 35 with tenure
•Paid Holidays – up to 11 days per calendar year, paid jury duty.
•Employee Assistance Program
•State Retirement PERS participation (positions working 70 hours per month for at least 5 months each year)
•Optional 457 plan participation with employer matching 401(a) plan
•VEBA health reimbursement account
•Optional Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
•Life/Voluntary Life & Long-Term Care plan option
•Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
•Recognition programs and position specific stipends
•Award Stipends: Safety, Employee Appreciation, Retirement Awards
For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org.
JOB POSTING
Water Tech Apprentice Trainee
Overview
This is an entry-level position performing water and wastewater systems operations, maintenance, repair and construction. Incumbents work under the supervision of a Water Technician Journeyman/Foreman, Treatment Plant Operator, other Journey-level personnel or Operations Manager/ Superintendent. Incumbent is intended to advance to an apprenticeship and will be required to meet program guidelines set forth by the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) and the Washington State Apprenticeship Council. This position will be expected to follow all District Safety Rules and Policies and maintain a meets expectations or higher rating on monthly peer evaluation reviews.
Responsibilities
•Safely and efficiently perform water distribution system operations, maintenance, repair and construction activities under supervision.
•Safely and efficiently perform wastewater collection and treatment system operations, maintenance and repair activities under supervision.
•Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
•As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
Reports To
Superintendent - Waste - Wastewater
Overtime exemption
Non-Exempt
Qualifications
Education
Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
•No post-secondary education required.
Experience
•1 year experience in general construction, repair, maintenance or related field required.
Licenses and Certifications
•Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire and
•Class A CDL License with air brake restriction removed and
•Must possess or obtain within six months of hire a Tanker endorsement. within 180 days
Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
•Ability and desire to train through the apprenticeship program to become a Water Technician Journeyman.
•Ability and desire to work outdoors year-around and in proximity to heavy construction equipment.
•Ability to Learn the use of personal and/or laptop computers, tablets, measuring, locating and scanning tools/equipment.
•Good interpersonal skills and ability to get along with others.
•Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
•Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
•Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
•Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
•Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
•Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
•Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Drug Screening
This position is designated as safety-sensitive for the purposes of pre-employment testing for illegal drugs (other than marijuana) because the essential functions include operating motorized vehicle, heavy machinery, rotating or heavy equipment, or power machines or tools. For more information about the District’s testing policies, contact joblist@chelanpud.org
Physical Demands
•Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist: Hand/Power tools, small parts/equipment - Frequently
•Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders: Same - Frequently
•Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders: Same - Occasionally
•Lifting 11-25 lbs Floor-Waist: Various tools, equipment, parts - Occasionally
•Lifting 11-25 lbs Waist-Shoulders: Same - Occasionally
•Perform Work on Ladders - Occasionally
•Balancing/Climbing (ladders, equip., etc) - Occasionally
•Working at Heights (Over 5 Feet) - Occasionally
•Climb Stairs - Occasionally
•Twist/Flex/Extend - Neck area - Frequently
•Twisting at Waist - Frequently
•Stooping/Bending - Frequently
•Squatting/Kneeling - Frequently
•Reach Floor to Waist - Occasionally
•Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, manual tool usage, etc.) - Regularly
•Handle/Grasp - Frequently
•Forceful Grasp - Occasionally
•Hand Controls (joy stick, controls on equipment, etc.) - Occasionally
•Repetitive Motions - Frequently
•Vibratory Task - Low (drills, jackhammer, sanders, ....) - Occasionally
•Vibratory Tasks - High (drills, jackhammer, sanders, ....) - Occasionally
•Visual - Near Acuity - Regularly
•Visual - Far Acuity - Regularly
•Visual - Depth Perception - Regularly
•Visual - Color Discrimination - Regularly
•Working Around Moving Equipment/Parts - Regularly
•Electrical Shock Hazard - Frequently
Working Conditions
•Exposure to Weather - Regularly
•Extreme Cold - Frequently
•Extreme Heat - Frequently
•Wet and/or Humidity - Frequently
•Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts - Regularly
•Atmospheric Conditions (dust, fumes, etc.) - Frequently
•Exposed Heights (over 5 ft.) - Frequently
•Work in Confined Spaces - Frequently
•Exposure to Electricity - Frequently
•Exposure to Toxic/Caustic Chemicals - Occasionally
•Noise Intensity Level: - Loud
District Values
•Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety
•Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us
•Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect
•Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment. Required to possess and maintain a valid Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the air brake restriction removed. If a CDL is required or is requested by the District on a voluntary basis, the individual will be subject to the applicable federal regulations, which include random drug testing.
SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITIONS
Drug Screening
This position is designated as safety-sensitive for the purposes of pre-employment testing for illegal drugs (other than marijuana) because the essential functions include operating motorized vehicle, heavy machinery, rotating or heavy equipment, or power machines or tools. For more information about the District’s testing policies, contact joblist@chelanpud.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.26 per hour
Benefits:
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
Wenatchee, WA
Full-time
$68,640-$68,640
